Poison Fiend (35 results)

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Poison Fiend. Book.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This true crime account tells the story of the infamous murderer and poisoner H.H. Holmes. Known as the 'Devil in the White City, ' Holmes built a hotel where he lured unsuspecting guests and committed countless murders. Published shortly after Holmes' execution, this book is a chilling reminder of one of America's most notorious serial killers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the chilling case of Lydia Sherman, a seemingly ordinary woman accused of eleven murders through arsenic poisoning in the late 19th century. The author meticulously reconstructs the events surrounding the deaths of her husbands, children, and others, drawing upon court transcripts, witness testimonies, and medical reports. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a society grappling with the emergence of forensic science and the evolving understanding of criminal psychology. As the investigation deepens, the reader is confronted with questions about the nature of evil, the motives behind such heinous acts, and the limitations of justice in a time before modern detection methods. The book explores themes of deception, greed, and the dark side of human nature. It raises thought-provoking questions about the societal factors that may contribute to such crimes and the challenges of discerning truth from manipulation. Ultimately, the book offers a glimpse into a sensational case that captivated the nation and continues to raise questions about the complexities of human behavior and the enduring mystery of Lydia Sherman's motives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This true crime account tells the story of the infamous murderer and poisoner H.H. Holmes. Known as the 'Devil in the White City,' Holmes built a hotel where he lured unsuspecting guests and committed countless murders. Published shortly after Holmes' execution, this book is a chilling reminder of one of America's most notorious serial killers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 84. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1873 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 84.…

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Original Wrappers. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. This 1841 copy of this scarce ephemeral item is signed in two places on the cover "Lydia Sherman" and "Lydia S" on the top edge of the cover and near woodcut device half-way down. Some fading and corner nearly detached. The woman Lydia Sherman was Known as "The Derby Poisoner" and/or "The Poison Fiend" after the murder of 3 husbands and at least 7 of her children. 36 pages with stitched or sewn binding, cover grubby and worn at corners and edges. , back page with woodcut showing the harm caused by "Public Houses" and a page of text on the matter has also been handled with a little loss at edge near spine and also outer edge. Old ink spot to page edge at one place on last few pages, text not affected. Another name "Nancy" is also written on the cover quite small. Overall a good copy only. * This scarce item was supposedly purchased at a Sir Thomas Phillips sale of ephemera and posters in November 1975 held at Sotheby's in London. This comes with a copy of the catalogue we found the item in and although found in the catalogue we cannot see the lot in question and assume this was a part lot in a group? AND! Whilst no further evidence can be gleaned as to the authenticity of the signature (there does not appear to be any other examples in any institutional holdings of her signature), the time and place this almanac was produced fit into the time-frame and place of the person we believe signed this and her associations with the Temperance Movement which ultimately led to the murder of one of her husbands Horatio N. Sherman who was an inveterate drunkard. **We offer this as a genuine signature c1841 on this ephemeral item as by the person stated and whom we believe has signed this copy at the time, but will accept the item back unreservedly if any concerns arise upon further research by any purchaser.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Hardback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1873 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 102 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 102 Language: English.…

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Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 96 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1873. Text in English. This gripping 19th-century novel by George L. Barclay delves into the dark underworld of addiction and moral decay. The narrative follows the tragic descent of its protagonist, offering a stark portrayal of societal ills and human vulnerability. A significant work of American literature, it reflects the social anxieties of its time while maintaining a compelling literary style. Book images are non-contractual.…